Join the UVA Multi-CraftRegisteredApprenticeship Program!
Are you passionate about working with your hands and eager to learn new skills? The University of Virginia's Facilities Management team is excited to announce openings for ourMulticraftRegisteredApprenticeship Program!For over 40 years, this program hasprovideda unique opportunity to gain trade skills through full-time, on-the-job learning.
This year, candidateswillenter the programina pre-designated trackas aPlumber, HVAC Mechanic, orElectrician.For the first two years, participants will builda strong foundationin general multi-craft maintenance skills, learning the basics of all three trades. This broad training preparesyoufor the more specialized work to come. In the final two years, participants will focus exclusively on their chosen trade—Plumbing, HVAC, or Electrical—gaining in-depth, hands-on experience. Upon completion, graduates willhavetwo certifications: one as a Multi-Craft Maintenance Mechanic and another in their specialized trade. While prior work experience is helpful, it is notrequired.
Every minimally qualified applicant, whosubmitsall required application materials, will undergo a phone screening todeterminetheir suitability for the program, based on their employability skills, including initiative, problem-solving, teamwork,technicalaptitudeand drive.
Why Join Us?
Diverse Learning Opportunities: Train to become a skilledElectrician, Plumber, or HVAC Mechanic.You'llsupportconstructionrenovationandmaintainessential equipment and systems.
Comprehensive Training: We provide all the training, courses, tools, safety gear, and uniforms you need at no cost.
Career Growth: This one-year, restrictedpositioncan be renewed annually based on your performanceboth in the classroom and in the field.You'llhave regular checkpoints to track your progress and skill development.
FM Values: We valuerespect, integrity,stewardshipand collaboration.
What You'll Do:
Engage in practical experience across various craft occupations through structured on-the-job training and educational courses,developing increasing familiarity with the skills and best practices of assigned trade.
Assistskilled journey level mechanics in performing routine system maintenance, preventative maintenance, building, construction, equipmentrepairand related tasks.
Learn essential safety, health, and job skills for construction andmaintenanceperforming all workin accordance withsafety and health rules and procedures, such as OSHA, federal, state, and local regulations.
Participate in engaging classroom instruction designed to build foundational knowledge of your chosen trade, including industry standards, safety practices, and technical concepts.
Dynamic Work Environmentand Conditions:
Employeesare required tolift weights up to 50 lbs. and climb ladders and stairs to complete tasks. The job requires repetitive motion using both hands. Employees must also be able to workinextreme temperatures, at heights up to 30 feet, and in confined spaces, carrying tools and parts as needed.
The working hours for these positions are usually Monday to Friday, 7:00am to 3:30pm.
Occasional evening, night, or weekend work may be necessary due to scheduled overtime or to address emergency situations, including adverse weather conditions; snow duty is mandatory during such events.
MinimumRequirements:
Education: Applicants mustpossessa high school diploma or equivalent by the start date of the position.
Ability to read,comprehend, and communicate clearly in the English language at minimumofa 9th grade level.
Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years of age by the start date of this position.
Pass comprehensive reference and background checks.
Health Screening/Vaccination: This position requires compliance withUVA Health Policy OCH-002.Vaccinations may berequiredin accordance withUniversitypolicy and/or applicable state and federal regulations.
Valid driver’s licensepreferred.
Benefits:
This is a non-exempt, benefit-eligible position with paidvacationand holidays.Employeebenefits package highlights include:
Starting salary of $20.00/hour.
22daysof paid timeoff, increasing with service; 15+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off; Parental and Community Service Leave.
Health plan options.
Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System.
Employee wellness program with activities to earn up to $500/year.
To Apply:
The online application deadline isMay 15, 2026. The program is slated to begin in mid-August 2026.
Please apply online and search for R0082076. Internal applicants may search and apply for jobs on the UVA Internal Careers website. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:
Cover letter
Resume
Letter of Recommendation
Upload all materials into the resume submissionfield; multiple documents can besubmittedinto this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission.
Applications that do notcontainall required documents will notreceivefull consideration.
References will be completed via UVA’s standardized process Skill Survey.A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process. A minimum of three referencesarerequired.
For information about the apprenticeship and training please contact: 434-297-6379 orfm-apprenticeship@virginia.edu.
For information about the application process orgeneral questionsabout employment at the University, please contactMarcus Rozier, Academic Recruiter athjv5vm@virginia.edu.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.